Root perforations: aetiology, management strategies and outcomes. The hole truth

Key Points Explains the aetiology of root perforations. Reviews factors associated with the success of perforation repair. Discusses the management of perforations. Highlights prevention strategies for practitioners to follow. The purpose of this clinical article is to emphasise that root perforatio...

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Published in:British dental journal 2016-02, Vol.220 (4), p.171-180
Main Authors: Saed, S. Mohammed, Ashley, M. P., Darcey, J.
Format: Article
Language:English
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Dental Caries - complications
Dentistry
Humans
Medicine
Periodontium - injuries
practice
Root Canal Therapy - adverse effects
Root Resorption - complications
Tooth Root - injuries
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Summary:Key Points Explains the aetiology of root perforations. Reviews factors associated with the success of perforation repair. Discusses the management of perforations. Highlights prevention strategies for practitioners to follow. The purpose of this clinical article is to emphasise that root perforations can occur both during and after endodontic treatment. These reduce the chance of a successful treatment outcome and can jeopardise the survival of the tooth. The aetiology and diagnosis of root perforations are described. The article also focusses on the non-surgical and surgical management of root perforations and describes how selection of the appropriate treatment depends on an accurate diagnosis.
ISSN:0007-0610
1476-5373
DOI:10.1038/sj.bdj.2016.132